{"id":12362,"date":"2025-06-30T11:06:29","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T10:06:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/?p=12362"},"modified":"2026-02-03T16:36:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T16:36:25","slug":"video-what-happens-in-a-slimming-world-group","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/video-what-happens-in-a-slimming-world-group\/","title":{"rendered":"Video: Step inside a Slimming World group"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you (or is a friend) thinking about joining, but feel unsure about what to expect? Our brand-new video is a sneak peek of our fun, friendly groups \u2013 and the supportive, uplifting community that we\u2019ve created.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens in a Slimming World group video<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/players.brightcove.net\/5245389806001\/default_default\/index.html?videoId=6370817690112\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" width=\"900\" height=\"390\"><\/iframe><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, the best way to find out what a Slimming World group is all about is to see for yourself. When you\u2019re ready to start your weight loss journey, we\u2019ll be excited to meet you!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/nearest-group-search\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"115\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Group-Feel-Real-Good-Food-Small-CTA.jpg\" alt=\"Feel Real Good - Group small CTA\" class=\"wp-image-11365\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you have further questions about what happens in group, you&#8217;ll find some common ones answered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/discover-what-happens-in-a-slimming-world-group\/\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Slimming World members love group&#8230;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/chelsea-bradwick-marathon\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Header-Chelsea-MarathonBios-SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"marathon bios 2025 - chelsea\" class=\"wp-image-12141\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:500px\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u201cAttending my local group each week has been such an important part of my weight loss success. My Consultant, Michelle, is always there to support and encourage me, no matter what. Whether it\u2019s been a good or not so great week, I still walk through those doors and receive the same support.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/chelsea-bradwick-marathon\/\">Read Chelsea\u2019s inspiring weight loss story<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/jenny-buckley-marathon\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/jenny-marathon-header-slimming-world-blog.jpg\" alt=\"Slimming World marathon runner Jenny Buckley\" class=\"wp-image-12229\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:500px\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u201cI joined Slimming World and immediately knew it was a step in the right direction. The atmosphere in group was \u2013 and is&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;always so welcoming and judgement-free. I found the healthy eating plan easy to follow and the recipes really tasty. I don\u2019t rely on takeaways any more, and make my own fakeaways to enjoy.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/recipes\/slow-cooker-chicken-curry\">Chicken curry<\/a>&nbsp;is a favourite!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/jenny-buckley-marathon\/\">Discover how Slimming World helped Jenny become a healthy, active mum<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/wayne-wilson-marathon\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Header-Wayne-MarathonBios-SlimmingWorldBlog-v3.jpg\" alt=\"Marathon runner Wayne before and after weight loss journey\" class=\"wp-image-12343\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:500px\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u201cLosing weight and being more active has had such a positive effect on my health. I used to take my inhaler for asthma in the morning and in the evening, and I had to carry one with me every day, just in case. Now, I don\u2019t use my inhaler and no longer have asthma symptoms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Slimming World has changed my life in so many ways.&nbsp;I couldn\u2019t have lost weight without the help and support of my group, which is why I decided to become a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/become-a-consultant\">Slimming World Consultant<\/a>&nbsp;myself. 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